Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£163
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Bruichladdich
£140
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 54.4% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £139.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £140 vs £163.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£163.35 vs £139.5)
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£139.5 vs £163.35)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 2001 (cask 190200001) - The Artful Dodger